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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Pentax WS80

Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
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FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR front
 
Pentax Optio WS80 front
Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs

FujiFilm F300EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
  • 215g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
  • Revealed July 2010
  • Also referred to as FinePix F305EXR
Pentax WS80
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.8-4.7) lens
  • 125g - 92 x 60 x 22mm
  • Announced August 2009
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Pentax WS80 Overview

Here, we are comparing the FujiFilm F300EXR vs Pentax WS80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the F300EXR (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is very similar but the F300EXR (1/2") and WS80 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The F300EXR was manufactured 12 months after the WS80 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the F300EXR grades against the WS80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm F300EXR over the Pentax WS80

 F300EXR WS80 
AnnouncedJuly 2010August 2009Newer by 12 months
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the FujiFilm F300EXR

 WS80 F300EXR 
Manual focus Very exact focusing

Common features in the FujiFilm F300EXR and Pentax WS80

 F300EXR WS80 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm F300EXR features outer measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax WS80 has measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm F300EXR vs Pentax WS80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the F300EXR versus the WS80.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Pentax WS80 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the F300EXR and WS80 is 91 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Pentax WS80 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the F300EXR and WS80.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The F300EXR due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the FujiFilm F300EXR will offer you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent F300EXR provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Pentax WS80 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Pentax WS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Portrait photography features
Pentax WS80 Portrait photography features
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manual focus not available
no external flash support
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2")
lacks RAW support
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has manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Street photography factors
Pentax WS80 Street photography factors
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built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (215 grams)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2")
lacks RAW support
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environment proof
lighter than competitors (125 grams)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Sports photography info
Pentax WS80 Sports photography info
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great zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2")
lacks phase detect AF
23
environment proof
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Travel photography highlights
Pentax WS80 Travel photography highlights
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lighter than competition (215g)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
long reach (360mm)
no Time Lapse function
low resolution (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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lighter than competitors (125g)
environment proof
has built in flash
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Landscape photography advice
Pentax WS80 Landscape photography advice
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fairly wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2")
lacks RAW support
no Time Lapse function
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has manual focus
environment proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Vlogging info
Pentax WS80 Vlogging info
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fairly wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (215 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic port
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lighter than competitors (125g)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic jack
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Pentax WS80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm F300EXR and Pentax WS80
 FujiFilm FinePix F300EXRPentax Optio WS80
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Pentax
Model FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR Pentax Optio WS80
Also referred to as FinePix F305EXR -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Revealed 2010-07-21 2009-08-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Prime
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 30.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Highest boosted ISO 12800 -
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-360mm (15.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.3 f/3.8-4.7
Macro focus distance 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.6 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Continuous shooting speed 2.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.20 m 3.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 215 gr (0.47 lbs) 125 gr (0.28 lbs)
Physical dimensions 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model NP-50 D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $280 $220